A Labour councillor is being investigated for making ‘ignorant’ comments about Marvin Rees and deputy mayor, Asher Craig.

The complaint relates to a message Brislington West councillor, Harriet Bradley, posted on Facebook in which she claimed the mayor and deputy “don’t get socialism” and come from a “background of diversity politics”.

Equalities charity, Stand Against Racism and inequality (SARI) reported the comments to the council and the Labour Party.

Cabinet member for neighbourhoods, councillor Asher Craig

Ms Bradley has now issued an apology for her “thoughtless comments”, the BBC has reported.

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According to Bristol City Council’s code of conduct, all councillors must “always treat people with respect”.

It states: “Holders of public office should carry out their duties in a way that seeks to eliminate discrimination, harassment and victimisation, advance equality of opportunity and foster good relations between all individuals.”

Once Ms Bradley has received notification of the complaint she will have the right to reply to the allegation before the Monitoring Officer decides whether any further action is taken.